The artwork entitled “Banks of Seine,” created by Andre Derain around 1905, is an oil painting on canvas that measures 85 x 95 cm. This piece belongs to the Expressionism art movement and falls within the cityscape genre.
In “Banks of Seine,” the viewer is presented with a tranquil urban scene along the Seine River. The artist employs bold, expressive brushstrokes and a vivid palette that characterizes the Expressionist movement, bringing a sense of dynamism and emotion to the depiction of the riverside. Bare trees line the pathway, leading the eye towards the distant horizon, while figures meander along the promenade, lending a sense of daily life and human presence. The interplay of light and shadow, coupled with the vibrant hues, infuses the scene with a poetic ambiance, capturing both the serenity and the bustle of the location. This painting encapsulates a moment in time, reflecting the artist’s unique vision and emotional response to the environment.
